Sound and Projection Technician 

The Cleveland Play House (LORT B), the oldest continuously operating regional theatre in America, is accepting applications for a Sound Technician.  The Sound and Projection Technician reports to the Sound and Projection Supervisor.

Responsibilities include:
        · Assist with the installation and strike of sound plots and projection equipment.
        · Assist with the construction of any specialty items such as speaker stands or projection stands
        · Program and operate computers and mixing consoles
        · Check all sound equipment and video equipment prior to each performance making sure all gear is in proper working order, including charged         batteries in all wireless equipment and proper focus and alignment of projectors.
        · Execute cues accurately during technical rehearsals and performances as called by Stage Manager.
        · Help maintain sound and video equipment and tools making sure they are in safe and proper working order.
        · Maintain accurate and up to date paper work for each production including sound plot and cue sheets.
        · Keep booth, FX room, and sound storage areas clean and free of debris.
        ·  Follow all health and safety guidelines established by the theatre.  Report any unsafe conditions or practices to your supervisor immediately.

Related Responsibilities:
        · Arrive on time and ready to work.
        · Assist other CPH departments with in-house sound and video needs as necessary.

Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of theatrical sound and video systems and equipment including mixing consoles, speakers, microphones, amplifiers, EQ and processing gear, media servers.Experience with recording, editing and playback of sound effects, music and video.
  • Experience with mixing live sound.
  • Working knowledge of theatrical sound and video software including QLab and WatchOut.
  • Able to work as a member of a team but also able to take on individual projects through to completion.
  • Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and able to work from ladders, personnel lifts and other heights.

 

Classification: Full-Time Seasonal, Exempt

Contract Dates:  September, 2018 to June 2, 2019

Department: Production

To apply send cover letter & resume to the Director of Production, Penny Zaletel at pzaletel@clevelandplayhouse.com or mail to Penny Zaletel, Director of Production, Cleveland Play House,1901 E. 13th Street Ste. 200., Cleveland, OH  44103.  EOE/AA.